The quality of an education system cannot exceed the quality of its teachers, yet many education policies deter bright individuals from pursuing teaching and encourage the best teachers to leave the classroom. This paper examines the issue of teacher quality and the effect of various policies on students.
Property Rights
Restoring Private Property Rights: Regulatory Takings
Municipal regulations like zoning ordinances can infringe on private property rights and distort the housing market. Key points: Private property rights are under threat from municipal zoning ordinances and design mandates. Texas law has failed to adequately protect property owners from regulatory takings. By closing the municipal loophole, Texas can be the national leader in...
April 6, 2026